NSYNC 30th Anniversary Reunion Unlikely For Now Per Joey Fatone

Fans hoping for an NSYNC reunion tour to mark the band's 30th anniversary may want to temper their expectations, according to group member Joey Fatone.

While promoting his new docuseries "Boy Band Confidential" this week, Fatone told Entertainment Tonight that the likelihood of a reunion with Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Lance Bass and Chris Kirkpatrick is slim. Next year marks the anniversary of the band's self-titled 1997 debut album, but Fatone said he does not see a reunion in the near future.

"Do I see anything in the near future? No, I don't," Fatone said.

The group has been on hiatus since 2002 after the "Celebrity" tour, though they never officially broke up. Fatone said he is frequently asked about plans to get back together.

In May, Chasez mentioned at the Rewind Washington convention that all five members were scheduled for a Zoom call. Fatone confirmed to ET that the call took place. "All of us were there," Fatone said. "Talking, just talking to each other. 'Hey, do we see anything? Or anything like that? It's like ... no.'"

Fatone said he would be willing to reunite, but emphasized the decision is not solely his. "Some of the other guys? Maybe not. I can only speak for myself," he said, noting that some members have young children or conflicting commitments.

When asked about speculation that Timberlake is the main "holdout," Fatone said that might seem accurate, but the decision is a group matter. He also acknowledged concerns among the members about whether they could recapture their earlier success.

"I know it sounds crazy, but we also have the doubt of, 'What happens if this sucks? What happens if it ain't good?'" Fatone said.

Fatone recalled that the group, minus Timberlake, performed with Ariana Grande at Coachella in 2019. He also said he continues to perform in Broadway and solo shows and intends to keep doing so.

"I'm ready to go! So whenever you guys are ready," Fatone said.

The members have appeared together for special occasions. In October, all five shared a video celebrating the 30th anniversary of their formation. "Thirty years. October 1, 1995, feels like yesterday... and somehow a lifetime ago. Five guys chasing a dream turned into something bigger than we ever imagined," the post read.

From 1995 to 2002, NSYNC released four albums and had several chart hits, including the No. 1 single "It's Gonna Be Me" in 2000, the No. 2 hit "Music of My Heart" with Gloria Estefan in 1999, "Bye Bye Bye," and other top-five singles.

The group reunited for a performance at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards, a 2018 Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, and collaborated on the song "Better Place" for the 2023 animated film "Trolls Band Together." They also recorded "Paradise" for Timberlake's 2024 solo album.

Despite these collaborations, Fatone said a full reunion tour is unlikely at this time.

"I've always pushed the issue," Fatone told ET. "I'll be honest, I always say, 'Hey, why not?' because I think I'm ready. I don't think everybody else is ready yet."